Dear customer Please note the following: This operator's manual is only valid in conjunction with the operator's manual for the vehicle. • Before using the machine, carefully read through the operator’s manual and familiarise yourself with all operating controls and their functions before you begin work. This also applies to the operator's manual for implements.
Authorized use Authorized use This steering joystick is designed exclusively for use in standard agricultural applications or for similar purposes. Any other type of use is considered unauthorized. The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage resulting from such use, which will be entirely at the owner's risk. Authorized use also includes observing the operating, maintenance and repair conditions set out by the manufacturer in order to protect your claims under warranty if necessary.
Table of Contents ErgoSteer Dear customer ........................3 Authorized use ........................4 Copyright law.......................... 4 Safety ............................7 Operator’s Manual and safety instructions ............9 Warning symbols and terms used ..............10 Compliance with the Operator’s Manual ............11 Safety instructions for the steering joystick ........... 12 Safety decals on the steering joystick ..............
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Table of contents 1 Safety Operator’s Manual and safety instructions..............9 Warning symbols and terms used ................10 Compliance with the Operator’s Manual..............11 Safety instructions for the steering joystick............. 12 Safety decals on the steering joystick................ 13 ErgoSteer SP001P001B01A...
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If there is anything in the Operator's Manual that you do not understand, please contact your FENDT dealer. Make sure you have read and understood all instructions and information in the Operator’s Manual before you operate the vehicle for the first time.
1 Safety Warning symbols and terms used Warning symbol This warning symbol means CAUTION! BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY DEPENDS ON IT! The warning symbol indicates important safety notes on machines and safety stickers and in operating instructions and other places. If you see this symbol, be aware that there is a risk of injury or death.
Compliance with the Operator’s Manual During commissioning by the FENDT dealer on the premises of the operator, it is ensured that the operating and service instructions provided have been understood by the operator. The operator is obliged to train staff in the operating and/or service instructions.
1 Safety Safety instructions for the steering joystick IMPORTANT: This Operator's Manual is a general guide. It is important to read and understand the specific instructions and recommendations of the manufacturer of the steering joystick to make sure of its safe installation and use. •...
1 Safety Safety decals on the steering joystick The position of the safety decal is on the left side of the steering actuator housing. Fig. 1 DANGER: Do not use the steering joystick on the road. Only use the joystick steering in the field.
Table of contents 2 Introduction Function brief description ..................... 17 Overview of the armrest and joystick steering components........ 18 Adjustments of the armrest and the joystick steering unit........20 Installation ......................... 25 ErgoSteer SP001P001B01A...
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2 Introduction Function brief description The steering joystick retrofit solution is compatible with the Fendt 500 to 1000 Vario series with the equipment features FendtOne drivers work place and the product lines Power+ and Profi+. The installation of the retrofit solution on the machine is described in separate installation instructions/video depending on the seat variant.
2 Introduction Overview of the armrest and joystick steering components Components of the joystick steering retrofit solution Fig. 1 Armrest Fig. 2 Joystick steering unit Fig. 3 ErgoSteer SP001P001B01A...
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2 Introduction Wiring harness with ISOBUS and power connection Fig. 4 ErgoSteer SP001P001B01A...
2 Introduction Adjustments of the armrest and the joystick steering unit Fig. 5 The steering joystick unit can be adjusted in height and inclination in relation to the armrest using the two quick-release fasteners in the elongated holes. ErgoSteer SP001P001B01A...
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2 Introduction Fig. 6 The length adjustment of the arm rest is done via the wing screw. ErgoSteer SP001P001B01A...
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2 Introduction Fig. 7 The inclination of the armrest can be adjusted using the quick-release fastener. ErgoSteer SP001P001B01A...
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2 Introduction Fig. 8 Use the handle (2) to lift or lower the armrest against the resistance of the damper (1). ErgoSteer SP001P001B01A...
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2 Introduction Fig. 9 The height of the entire armrest can be adjusted with the rotary knob. Hold armrest, open the knob, adjust the armrest, close the knob again. ErgoSteer SP001P001B01A...
Table of contents 3 Operation Prerequisites for using the steering joystick............29 Activation and settings of the steering joystick ............30 Steering joystick functions ................... 33 ErgoSteer SP001P001B01A...
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3 Operation Prerequisites for using the steering joystick Fig. 1 • Make sure that the joystick wiring harness is attached with the retaining clip. • Lay the joystick cable so that it is not kinked or crushed. • Adjust the steering wheel so that you can intervene in an emergency situation. •...
3 Operation Activation and settings of the steering joystick Make sure the system is enabled Fig. 2 Navigate the terminal to the system setup for steering. Pre-activate the joystick steering by selecting the icon Fig. 3 After the activation in the terminal menu, actuate the guide pre-activation or a freely configurable button on the key module of the right Armrest.
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3 Operation Fig. 4 The joystick has 2 operating modes, these can be switched using the retraction steering switch. If retraction steering is activated, the software attempts to drive straight ahead again at speeds greater than 0.5 km/h. The driver must therefore constantly press against the joystick in order to maintain cornering. If retraction steering is deactivated, this return behavior does not exist.
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3 Operation The sensitivity of the joystick can also be adjusted via an adjustment bar. • 0 – low sensitivity (high steering resistance). • 100 – maximum sensitivity (low steering resistance). Fig. 6 ErgoSteer SP001P001B01A...
3 Operation Steering joystick functions The button on the top of the joystick is for the activation of AutoGuide system (GPS/RTK). Fig. 7 Move the joystick to the left (away from the operator), the vehicle will steer left. NOTE: An intervention in the steering joystick terminates lane guidance.
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3 Operation F: Forwards Press and release button in the desired direction. The tractor slows down to a standstill and accelerates in the opposite direction. Fig. 10 R: Reverse Press and release button in the desired direction. The tractor slows down to a standstill and accelerates in the opposite direction.
4 Failure codes Failure codes FMI-SPN Components Cause Consequence and remedy SC-516257–9 Steering Joystick Missing CAN messages from Check that the steering joystick the joystick unit . cables are undamaged and properly connected. SC-516257–31 Steering Joystick Joystick steering paused Reactivate the steering joystick. because of a steering wheel intervention.
Index Index adjustments of the armrest and the joystick steering unit..............20 authorized use............4 compliance ............11 copyright law ............4 dear customer ............3 failure codes............37 function brief description .......... 17 Installation ............. 25 operator’s Manual ........... 11 operator’s Manual and safety instructions .....9 overview of the armrest and joystick steering components............
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